Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sutton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sutton school district, covering approximately 194.5 square miles around Sutton, NE. Families typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sutton Elementary School's student population of 225 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing diversity to educate and empower all students for success.
School Rankings
Sutton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutton Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutton Elementary School's ranking?
Sutton Elementary School is ranked #450 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Sutton Elementary School?
225 students attend Sutton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sutton Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutton Elementary School?
Sutton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sutton Elementary School offer ?
Sutton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutton Elementary School part of?
Sutton Elementary School is part of Sutton School District.
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